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Eligibility
 Membership eligibility in The American Legion is based upon honorable service with the U.S. Armed Forces. To be eligible, a veteran must have served during war time. The following dates apply:
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War Era |
Dates |
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World War I |
April 6, 1917 - November 11, 1918 |
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World War II |
December 7,1941 - December 31, 1946 |
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Korea |
June 25, 1950 - January 31,1955 |
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Vietnam |
February 28, 1961 - May 7, 1975 |
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Grenada/Lebanon |
August 24, 1982 - July 31, 1984 |
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Panama |
December 20, 1989 - January 31, 1990 |
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Desert Shield/Desert Storm |
August 2, 1990 - Present |
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